Monkey Fist Jig Remix

prusaprinters

<p>I liked the original design from entomophjle (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:594693) in how simple this was to print the base, versus other designs for a paracord monkey fist jig, but the dowels were not easily printable on their sides as a pure cylinder (the orientation you want to print for strength/durability under bending moment load).</p><p>So, I modified the dowel design so you can print it on it's side and still install a short "peg" section into the holes. I also increased the length to 137mm total length and added a second dowel option that's 174mm and is symmetric, so you could have two jig plates to hold the dowels, one on each side, after inserting you ball into the jig.</p><p>Since I went to the trouble already, I also redesigned the based to include 2.5", 1.25", and 1" in addition to the 2.25", 2", 1.75", and 1.5" options. I also made it round to reduce print time eliminate the chance of corners peeling away from build plate.</p><p>Lastly, I made the holes "through-holes" so there's more meat to install the peg as well as if you need to tap them out if they are too snug.</p><p>I also added some labels for fun, although probably not necessary.</p><p>Print Settings</p><p>No need for supports or brim.</p><p>I'd use 3 walls on the jig at a minimum for durability.</p><p>I'd use 10 walls for the dowel so it's solid (should be about 40min print per dowel for the long/symmetric version).</p><h3>Print Settings</h3><p><strong>Rafts:</strong></p><p>No</p><p><strong>Supports:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>No</p><p><strong>Resolution:</strong></p><p>0.2mm layers (0.4mm nozzle)</p><p><strong>Infill:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Any</p><p><strong>Filament:</strong> Any PLA or PLA+ Any</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Notes:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>No need for a brim or supports on the dowel. Same for the jig plate as uneven cooling is far less likely with the circular shape vs square.</p><p>Jig Plate - 3 walls (or more)</p><p>Dowel - 8 (to ensure it's solid)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Category: DIY</p>